Checks and Balances – DOCUMENT C
Directions:
• Analyze the document below: Take notice of the labels/words, graphics, expressions,
historical context, themes, and main message.
• Be sure you can answer the following questions: “Which branch of government is
taking action? Which other branch of government has the power to give its
consent to this action?”
• Be prepared to analyze the document for the class.
McNary-Haugen Bill (1928) – Message from President to the Senate
Mcnary-Haugen Bill, a plan to rehabilitate American agriculture by raising the
domestic prices of farm products.